In the true married relationship, the independence of husband and wife will be equal, their dependence mutual, and their obligations reciprocal.

Lucretia Mott
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In the true married relationship, the independence of husband and wife will be equal, their dependence mutual, and their obligations reciprocal. A true married relationship is one where the two persons feel equal and each person makes sacrifices for the other. If husband and wife are reliant on each other and dependent on the marriage, they will respect each other and do not want to break up.

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